How Positive Self-Talk Affects Personal Development

• Read about positive self-talk techniques and how to implement them into your life.

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12 behaviors that reveal you’re becoming more self-reliant every day

• Self-reliance is a lifelong journey, so don't be too hard on yourself.

• Look for signs like taking responsibility and being honest about your desires.

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12 Lessons From a Life Embraced as a Single Woman

• Lessons from being single include self-reliance, the value of deep connections, and the freedom to define success on your terms.

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One Simple Way To Improve Your Mental Health Everyday

• Generosity positively impacts mental health, leading to increased happiness, self-esteem, and reduced stress.

• Acts of kindness, whether towards others or oneself, create a positive cycle of well-being and contribute to stronger social connections and community bonds.

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The Art of Quitting

• Quitting is often seen negatively in society, but it can be a strategic and empowering choice to free up time for more fulfilling pursuits.

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The Fictitious Reality of Avoiding Conflict

• Conflict-avoidant people often have an extreme fear of disappointing or being abandoned by others.

• Devaluing themselves in order to get along will only lead to others devaluing them as well.

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8 Must-have brain training tools for cognitive enhancement

• Cognitive enhancement refers to improving various cognitive functions like memory, attention, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence to achieve higher mental performance.

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Coaching: Everyone Needs It, Except Me!

• Embrace coachability with a mix of humility and confidence.

• Engaging fully in the coaching process requires vulnerability—but unlocks potential and fosters growth.

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“You definitely can’t pour from an empty cup” – Angela Lee says self-improvement key before helping others

• While supporting others, Angela Lee (former ONE atomweight world champion), acknowledges the importance of prioritizing her own mental health and well-being to effectively carry out her mission of assisting those facing personal battles and struggles.

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6 Things The Healthiest People Do Every Single Day — Without Fail

• Healthy people incorporate superfoods, Omega-3 fatty acids, and fiber into their diets for overall well-being.

• They prioritize regular exercise, read food labels to avoid processed foods, and stay hydrated based on their individual needs.

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7 Mental Health Awareness Tips for College Students

• To enhance your mental, physical, and emotional well-being in college, consider journaling, setting boundaries in helping others, joining a supportive community, practicing mindfulness, & finding a creative outlet.

• Care for your body through exercise, sleep, and nutrition.

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Why Seeing Smart Girls Onscreen May Actually Make for a Better World

• Using art and storytelling can be a powerful tool to change cultural norms and promote girls' education

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Dealing with Our Collective Trauma

• Coping with traumatic stress requires acknowledging one's feelings, maintaining routines, seeking distractions, and being patient with oneself.

• Connecting with others and helping those in need can provide support during difficult times.

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Emotionally Intelligent People Use a Brilliant 2-Word Phrase to Build Mental Strength and Improve Themselves

• Embracing moderate emotional discomfort as a sign of progress can boost motivation and contribute to personal growth and adaptability.

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What if parental love is conditional …? Children’s self-esteem profiles and their relationship with parental conditional regard and self-kindness

• Self-esteem facets in school-aged adolescents, how parental conditional regard affects self-esteem profiles, and how these profiles relate to self-kindness, self-judgement, and life satisfaction.

Read the Study by Malin Brueckmann, Ziwen Teuber, Jelena Hollmann & Elke Wild

My Self Reliance Podcast: What Self Reliance means to me

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